LPN Peds Private Duty Tues-Thurs - Leesville

UnitedHealth Group; Leesville (LA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase plan

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group, partnered with Alexandria LA PCS (LHC Group) and serving patients at home, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse. You will provide direct nursing care, document visits in the EMR, and coordinate with the care team to ensure high‑quality patient outcomes in the assigned service area.

Requirements include an active LPN license, a valid driver's license, and CPR certification. The role offers benefits and a supportive environment for growth within a national health care family.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance or access to transportation.
• LA-specific licensure requirements with applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care per physician plan for acutely or chronically ill patients at home.
• Document visits thoroughly in the electronic medical record and coordinate care.
• Participate in care coordination and communicate with patient, family, physician and team.
• Function respectfully in diverse home settings and maintain infection control.

Skills

LPN licensure

Driver's license

CPR certification

Communication skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Flexibility

Education

LPN License LA

Job description

Explore opportunities with Alexandria LA PCS, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be providing direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill, and/or chronically ill patients in their homes as well as recording clinical and progress notes; and coordinating other patient care activities/services to provide the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area to which she/he is assigned. You will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides high quality clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team, following all applicable infection control procedures
• Documents patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record utilizing the agency's electronic visit verification program (as applicable)
• Actively participates in the agency's care coordination process including timely reporting patients' needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conference, communicating effectively to the patient, family, physician, other clinicians, agency management staff, and case coordinator, community case managers (as applicable)
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in state of practice
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

State Specific Requirements

• LA:
  • Current LPN Licensure in LA without restrictions
  • 1+ years of experience working as an LPN

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Able to work independently
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $21.70 to $32.55 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.